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Intermediate tenor sax sheet music for "Hands Across The Water" by Kieran Kane, in C major at about 86 BPM. Transcribed from the track by Songscription. Available as an easy beginner, intermediate, or advanced arrangement.

Intermediate Tenor Sax Sheet Music for "Hands Across The Water" by Kieran Kane

Preview of the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement for “Hands Across The Water” by Kieran Kane.

Hands Across The Water by Kieran Kane
Tenor Sax Sheet Music

B♭ transposingTreble clefMid-staff range

The tenor sax part reads from treble clef, arranged to sit naturally for the instrument. It is a B♭ transposing instrument.

Difficulty

Intermediate

For players comfortable with the basics.

Inside the music
Signature

Music DNA

Genrefolk · acoustic · singer‑songwriter
Moodmelancholic · introspective
Signaturegentle acoustic ballad with a wistful, yearning feel
C major
Key
86
BPM
2/4
Time
Chords

The progression

C
G
Fmaj9
F
Gsus4
G7
Form

Structure & dynamics

IntroVerseChorusVerseChorusBridgeChorusOutro
Instrumentation

What's in the mix

acoustic guitar
fingerpicked, warm, and resonant, providing the harmonic and rhythmic foundation
male lead vocals
soft, slightly breathy, and intimate, delivering the lyrics with a tender, melancholic timbre
bass guitar
subtle, warm, and supportive, anchoring the low end without drawing attention
light percussion
soft brush or shaker textures that add gentle rhythmic motion
Album & artist
ALBUM

Somewhere Beyond the Roses (2009)

A solo release on Dead Reckoning Records, this album continues Kane's acoustic, songwriter-focused approach. It sits comfortably in the Americana and country-folk territory he had been exploring across his solo career.

All of Somewhere Beyond the Roses
Artist

Kieran Kane

Kieran Kane is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist born in Queens, New York in 1949, who spent his career working in country, folk, and Americana. He made his name as one half of the O'Kanes, a duo with Jamie O'Hara that scored a number-one country hit in the late 1980s, and he later co-founded the independent label Dead Reckoning Records. His solo work leans toward acoustic, stripped-down arrangements and plainspoken songwriting.

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FAQ

Good to know

What key is "Hands Across The Water" in?

"Hands Across The Water" by Kieran Kane is in C major.

What is the tempo of "Hands Across The Water"?

"Hands Across The Water" plays at around 86 BPM in 2/4 time.

What chords are in "Hands Across The Water"?

The core progression is C, G, Fmaj9, F, Gsus4, and G7, built around the C major tonal center.

What instruments play on "Hands Across The Water"?

The recording features acoustic guitar, male lead vocals, bass guitar, and light percussion.

Can I get "Hands Across The Water" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. This is the intermediate tenor sax sheet music arrangement of "Hands Across The Water" by Kieran Kane, transcribed by Songscription.

Is "Hands Across The Water" tenor sax sheet music easy to play?

"Hands Across The Water" tenor sax sheet music comes in beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, so there is an easy version to start with. At 86 BPM in C major with 6 core chords, the part stays friendly for newer players. You can switch levels on this page before you save it.

Is there an easy, beginner version of "Hands Across The Water" tenor sax sheet music?

Yes. The beginner tenor sax sheet music for "Hands Across The Water" simplifies the busiest passages and rhythms while keeping the melody, so it is the easiest way to start. The intermediate and advanced arrangements are one tap away when you want more of the original.

What album is "Hands Across The Water" on?

"Hands Across The Water" appears on Somewhere Beyond the Roses (2009).

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